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Benefits - Landlords Frequently Asked Questions

What is Housing Benefit?

Housing benefit is a national scheme to help tenants, who live on a low income, to pay their rent. Housing benefit cannot help tenants with deposits or advance rent payments.

Tenants apply for Housing Benefit at their local council by completing an application form. All answers on the form must be supported with original documentation, such as proof of identity, income, rent liability and bank statements.

What is Housing Benefit?
Who is eligible to claim Housing Benefits?
How is Housing Benefit calculated?
What are my responsibilities as a landlord?
What is the role of The Rent Service?
Can a tenant request a rental valuation, before moving into a new property?
How is Housing Benefit paid?
What can the benefits office tell me about my tenants claim?
What about the Council Tax?
Landlords and Benefit Counter Fraud
I want more information on Local Housing Allowance?

Contact Information:

By telephone: 01628 796036

By email: benefits@rbwm.gov.uk

By post: Revenues and Benefits, Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, PO Box 3464, SL6 1XP.